“I’d like to sit here and tell you that I’m a powerful guy but I have nothing to do with her coming back as a coach,” Shelton said continued. “We were high-fiving and partying.”

The 12th season will also see the return of Maroon 5’s Adam Levine, who has served as a coach since the show’s American debut in 2011. After completing her first season this year, Alicia Keys will also return for another round.

Additionally, Access Hollywood announced Monday that Shelton’s close pal Luke Bryan will serve as his advisor.